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Lake County News -- David Stolman
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November 7, 2014
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Please let me know what you think of this newsletter, or if you have any questions or comments.
It's an honor and a pleasure serving you on the County and Forest Preserve boards.
Thank you,
David Stolman
847.377.2300
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Provide Input into IL Route 53/120 Corridor at Two Hearings in November
The public can provide input into the Land Use Plan for the proposed Illinois Route 53/120 Corridor. Your input will be used to create a plan that will protect natural resources and quality of life, and identify opportunities to improve recreation, increase access to transit, promote efficient and effective land use, and enhance economic development. Learn more.
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Old McHenry Road Public Hearing, Nov. 18
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is hosting a public hearing to discuss proposed improvements to Old McHenry Road through the village of Long Grove, including the intersection at Robert Parker Coffin Road. The meeting will be an open house format on Nov. 18, from 5 - 7 p.m. at Kildeer Countryside Elementary School. More information. |
Veterans History Project
George Harlow was born and raised in Waukegan Illinois, before joining the Army Air Corps during WWII where his plane was shot down over Germany and was taken prisoner of war. Watch his story from last year's Veterans History Project.
Lake County is proud to participate in the Veterans History Project, inviting veterans to visit the Waukegan Courthouse on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11, to record testimonials of their war experiences. Their typed transcripts will be housed at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. as part of the Nation's history. All Veteran Story opportunities have been reserved, however volunteers are still needed for this event. Call 847.377.3771 for more information.
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Scam Alert! Delinquent Property Taxes Letter to Seniors
The Lake County Treasurer's Office is alerting homeowners to a scam targeting seniors. Seniors are receiving a letter in the mail claiming that the County will take their house if they don't pay the delinquent taxes on their property. In each of the cases we've seen so far, the homeowner is paid in full and NOT delinquent in their taxes. If you receive one of these letters, you do not need to take any action if your taxes have been paid in full. If you have any questions or want to double check the status of your payment, you should call the Treasurer's Office at 847.377.2323 or check on line at www.lakecountyil.gov/treasurer. DO NOT contact the person listed on the letter. Please share this information with friends and neighbors so that we make sure everyone is alerted to this scam. |
Collaborative Effort Underway to Improve Water Quality in the Des Plaines River Watershed - Watch County Update
 The Des Plaines River watershed in Lake County covers about a third of the County, from the Wisconsin state line to the border with Cook County. While this river looks beautiful, beneath the surface, the water quality is below standards under the Clean Water Act. In this County Update, we learn more about the water quality issues and what's being done to address it. Watch now. |
Red Ribbon Week Project
 During Red Ribbon week, Lake County leaders released a new video and launched a new website to help raise awareness about substance abuse. The Red Ribbon Project goes beyond Red Ribbon Week and can serve as a resource for parents and teachers throughout the year. Knowing the negative consequences and facts about drug use can help you and your loved ones make safe choices. |
Great American Smokeout on Nov. 20
After 20 minutes of smoke free air, your heart rate and blood pressure drop to a safer level. After 12 hours, the levels of poisonous carbon monoxide in your body blood drop to normal, within 2 weeks, your circulation improves along with lung function.
 The American Cancer Society celebrates the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to get healthy. By quitting - even for one day- smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life and decrease their chances of getting cancer. |
Job Center Events in November
Workshop Opportunity
Gain the tools you need at the "5 Steps to Your Next Job" workshop at the Lake County Job Center.
Nov. 17 - 21, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Job Center of Lake County 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
November Events
Visit the College of Lake County, Southlake Campus, located at 1120 S. Milwaukee Ave., in Vernon Hills for upcoming events including a Volunteer Fair, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Resume Review, Monday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., and a Mini Job and Internship Fair, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Call 847.543.2059 for more information. |
Forest Preserve Events
Enjoy Evening Hike along Lighted Trails
 With small solar lights to guide their way, hikers, skiers and snowshoers can get enjoy a lighted evening hike at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville, and along a 1.65-mile hilly section of the Millennium Trail adjacent to the Winter Sports Area at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda.
To access the lighted trails, park at Lakewood's Winter Sports Area located on the east side of Fairfield Road just south of Route 176, or at Old School's main entrance lot located on the east side of St. Mary's Road just south of Route 176. Lake County Forest Preserve Rangers regularly patrol the areas.
Chocolate, Champagne and Shopping Event
Adults are invited to sip champagne and enjoy delicious chocolates while shopping for gourmet kitchen tools, fair trade gifts, candles, jewelry, confections, tableware, vintage furniture, and other unique gift and specialty items. Ticket Info
Friday, Nov. 14, 5 - 9 p.m.
General Offices, 1899 West Winchester Rd., Libertyville |
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